Do you struggle with depression? Are your medications just not working? Have the side effects become too much? TMS Therapy can offer hope.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation, referred to as TMS is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. TMS is typically used when antidepressant medications haven’t been effective, have ceased working, or as an alternative to medication.
NeuroStar delivers focused magnetic stimulation directly to the target areas of the brain. You’ll hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your head. While the patient is awake and alert, TMS Therapy stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive in depression.
Since TMS therapy is non-invasive you are able to drive to and from the clinic, return to work, and resume daily activities after treatment sessions.
TMS is non-systemic (does not circulate in the blood throughout the body), so it does not have side effects such as weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea, dry mouth, sedation, etc. The most common side effects reported during clinical trials were headache and scalp discomfort – generally mild to moderate – occurring less frequently after the first week of treatment.
Most commercial and Medicare plans have recognized the effectiveness of treating depression with TMS Therapy and now cover TMS as part of their plans.
Our providers are in-network with a variety of insurance plans as a courtesy to our patients. We are happy to check with you plan to determine coverage and financial obligation.
We welcome self-pay patients and/or those out-of-network benefits. We will provide documentation to submit for reimbursement from your insurance carrier. For those patients when their insurance carriers do not cover TMS therapy, they can contact AdvanceCare for affordable financing for procedures and treatment plans.
Success Rate: 78% response rate, 37% complete remission
TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas linked to depression and mood disorders without surgery or anesthesia.
Most patients describe the sensation as mild tapping on the scalp. It is generally well-tolerated and non-invasive.
Treatment typically involves daily sessions, five days a week, for 4 to 6 weeks, but plans vary by individual.
Side effects are usually mild and temporary, such as scalp discomfort or headaches, which usually resolve quickly.
Yes, TMS often complements medications and psychotherapy, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
Some patients notice improvement within the first few weeks, with benefits continuing to build throughout the treatment course.
